Are run-flat tyres a good idea? Run-flat tyres seem too good to be true, so what’s the catch? Like with anything, there are a few downsides. Tyres have come a long way since their inception. They were originally made of leather. Then, believe it or not, they used to be […]
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What type of car battery is best for my car?
You jump in the car, turn the key or push the button and the engine won’t tick over. It could be the battery. Batteries are probably the most important car item that people forget about because they last for years before needing to be replaced. And it’s only when something’s […]
Australian-based Tritium debuts world-first scalable EV charger
Australian electric vehicle charger producer and global technology company, Tritium, has just unveiled its latest-generation Modular Scalable Charging (MSC) platform. This new charging station system is set to provide more flexibility than ever before for electric vehicle charging station operators, as well as providing EV drivers up-to-date recharging capabilities for […]
Jaguar Land Rover introduces Active Noise Cancellation tech
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is introducing a new Active Noise Cancellation technology in its vehicles that promises to lower unwanted noises by up to 10dB. Not only does this help to provide a more refined and relaxed driving experience, the technology is also designed to help reduce driver fatigue and […]
Volvo tops 2020 JD Power Tech Experience Index Study
Results from the recent 2020 JD Power Tech Experience Index Study in the US have revealed which car manufacturers are doing best in the field of technology, and the brands that could need some improvement, from a user experience perspective. The study took responses from 82,527 motorists in relation to […]
Porsche 911 GT2 RS gets 3D-printed pistons, gains 22kW
Remember the days when we used to port heads and turn up the boost to gain power? Porsche has developed a much more modern solution; 3D-printed pistons. The revolutionary technology has just been launched for the 911 GT2 RS. Porsche already uses 3D-printing technology for the production of prototype components, […]
BMW adding Android Auto to its vehicles next year, finally
BMW has announced it is (finally) adding Android Auto to its vehicle media interface next year. Apple CarPlay has been available for only a little while and it was via paid subscription only until last week, but now the German marque is getting on board with the latest market trends […]
Hyundai develops advanced noise control tech, debuts on Genesis GV80?
You’ve probably heard of active noise cancelling headphones (pardon the pun). Now, Hyundai has announced it is developing an even more advanced version of this technology for vehicles, called Road Noise Active Noise Control. Or, RANC, for short. The RANC system – not the best name for anyone that is […]